How We Grant
Effective grantmaking is at the heart of everything we do and is our most powerful tool for positively impacting our local community.
The Fort Atkinson Community Foundation has four granting programs:
Community Grants
Our main granting program, local nonprofit organizations can fill out applications which are considered at the Foundation's quarterly board meetings.
Designated Fund Grants
If the Designated Fund creator chose this option, the fund designee can apply for a grant from their fund. An application is required and is considered at the Foundation's quarterly board meeting.
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If the Designated Fund creator so chose, the fund will make a year-end distribution to the designee, based on our spending policy, now set at 4%
Educator Wish Grants
Local educators can apply annually for a grant of up to $500 for specific equipment, materials, supplies, or program to help improve their classroom environment and/or learning experiences for the students they serve.
The application window is from August 1 to September 15. All applications are considered by a committee of retired educators and their recommendation is considered at the Foundation's October Board meeting.
Scholarships
FACF offers 45 scholarship programs, consisting of 42 competitive scholarships and 3 earned scholarships. Students apply for the competitive scholarships at our online website, Fort Scholarships, which opens each year in early November. Application deadlines are either February 1 or April 1.